Mixon family experiences Make-A-Wish adventure

By Bev Odom on Thursday, December 4, 2025
  • Justin, Natasha, Kaydence and Landry Mixon gather amongst the cast of “The Lion King” at Animal Kingdom Theme Park during their recent Disney World Make-A-Wish Foundation trip to Orlando, Fla. Kaydence served as one of the special guests during the live production of “The Lion King,” where she shined on stage with only a little stage fright. “After the show, we met the dancers and Timon,” Natasha said. “What an incredible experience!” Make-A-Wish Foundation
    Justin, Natasha, Kaydence and Landry Mixon gather amongst the cast of “The Lion King” at Animal Kingdom Theme Park during their recent Disney World Make-A-Wish Foundation trip to Orlando, Fla. Kaydence served as one of the special guests during the live production of “The Lion King,” where she shined on stage with only a little stage fright. “After the show, we met the dancers and Timon,” Natasha said. “What an incredible experience!” Make-A-Wish Foundation
    WELLINGTON – As the Mixon family reflects on their recent Disney World Make-A-Wish Foundation trip to Orlando, Fla., they have a ton of testimonies to share.Diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in July 2022, 13-month-old Kaydence Mixon completed six rounds of chemo at Cook Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth. She came home cancer free in April 2023.“Her oncologist, Dr. ...

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